70350002 - Adult Basic Education

Account

Description

FY2012Spending

FY2013GAA

7035-0002

Adult Basic Education For the provision and improvement of adult basic education services, including reading, writing and mathematics; provided, that grants shall be distributed to a diverse network of organizations which have demonstrated commitment and effectiveness in the provision of such services, and that are selected competitively by the department of elementary and secondary education; provided further, that such grants shall support the successful transition of students from other adult basic education programs to community college certificate and degree-granting programs; provided further, that such grants shall be contingent upon satisfactory levels of performance as defined and determined by the department; provided further, that grants shall not be considered an entitlement to a grant recipient; provided further, that the department shall consult with the community colleges and other service providers in establishing and implementing content, performance and professional standards for adult basic education programs and services; provided further, that no funds shall be expended for personnel costs at the department of elementary and secondary education; and provided further, that not less than $150,000 be expended for Operation ABLE of Greater Boston to provide basic workforce and skills training, employment services and job re-entry support to older workers